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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1915
Page
2
A partially legible OCR fragment mentions dates and numbers but lacks clear context or readable names. It appears to reference events or entries with figures such as 8/4 12/0 38/8 and 8/9, yet the surrounding text is too garbled to identify persons, places, or actions.
An auction style listing advertises farms and business opportunities at Malanda with terms like walk in walk out and price references. The notice also announces the 1018 annual election for Kinastigh Shire Council nominations open in Georgetown on January 2 1916 for four vacancies with ward specific retirements and nomination procedures.
Daisy Reha Bowden Wickham Aloomba becomes fourth daughter of Mea Wickham and Ira Bowden in a Pros tewrian Church ceremony. T Bowden second son of Mea and Ira in attendance at the event.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled phrases and missing context about a publication or locale, with no identifiable people, dates, or events to summarize into a coherent news item.
The Georgetown correspondent for The Post dated December 29 1915 notes a Tuesday arrival of a shipment from A Ysten & Co a well known dealer. The firm reputedly maintains a prominent position in supplying goods.
Ten tenders revived at the Cairns C.P.S. office for the Chil fertom Tumoulin state school erection. Bids from Mulligan Tabattal and others listed. note unclear names and figures. Also mentions removal of state school buildings from Gilmour and a separate item about viewing chemese in Cairns.
Fragmentary note mentions setting reception of spietar torms from the Dual Ruoher Coy of Australia. Details and context are not readable. No precise names, dates, or events to confirm.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a store item listing and trade prompts for Brisbane markets. Mentions bath powder and water softening, with unclear references to equipment guilds and a red chrome society.
Fragmented OCR notes report a financial remit in a branch meeting of the ANA with hints of elections and travel plans. The garbled text mentions attendance, officers, and possible abroad travel, with unclear dates and places.
A. Changshe from Darwin sails via Port on Saturday next arriving from Hong Kong. Departure planned for the same day for Wel.
Townsville correspondent Timday reports holidays passed without major incidents except three cases of typhoid during the period. Many western excursionists continue to visit Magnetic Inland resorts where jet accommodation remains limited.
A reader letter from Bisasisign argues for conscription as a test for workers support. The writer condemns tight minded locals in Cairn and questions how conscription would affect wages, hours, and union ties amid war efforts and possible German threat.
Fragmented text outlines a theatre evening at Austral Theatre featuring a three part drama and a story with a leading actress. It mentions a daughter of a local figure and a mix of featured acts, but details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
A fragmented town notice describes a group including Mors Nee and Jeevan meeting to discuss an end at the fms mary and a contract dated to six meetings. It mentions Memes Garbett Wren and Tewerville along with St . Oe pune and Gor, with references to refrigeration and formal arrangements.
An upcoming Masonic function at the Cairns Lodge 1080 chapter is announced with details on attendees and officers. The notice notes a quarterly meeting and a social evening featuring dancing and a ceremony, reflecting local fraternal activity and leadership by James ny ris PZ.
A visiting party led by Deputy Commissioner for Railmay Pagan and Acting Trade Manager sNudeom meets with Loew foreman Leitch and District Engineer Aco at Tomoakin rail yard to discuss operations today.
A brief item notes a new Linotype device described by HM with claims of improved parity and faster typesetting compared to prior models. The report cites early tests and mentions potential impact on print speeds and production workflows.
In a busy program the Palace Theater shows a variety of attractions. Features include a dramatic work focusing on the modern workaday world and the strong performance by a troupe noted for its earnest tone. Also listed are comedy pieces and a second show titled The Torrent highlighting the theater’s diverse lineup.
The audience heard Trooper Maslin deliver remarks at the Palace Theatre on Tuesday. He praised support for the soldiers and urged Australians to back liberty, urging action for recruitment and national unity.
Partial OCR reports an incident involving a person named Renet or Deven who tripped over wire while protecting something. Details are unreadable, leaving the exact location, date, and outcome unclear.
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